Associate Director MEP - Sport & Leisure Real Estate

Turner & Townsend Limited; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to lead the MEP Real Estate team, focusing on the dynamic Sports & Leisure sector. This role offers the chance to work on iconic sports and entertainment venues, delivering high-quality cost management services. The firm is committed to fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration, providing an environment where your career ambitions can flourish. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and promotes a healthy work-life balance, ensuring that every team member has a voice and the opportunity to effect change.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering high-quality cost management services.
• Professionally qualified (RICS or similar) with strong MEP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost consultant team activities and ensure project scope clarity.
• Drive performance standards and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Cost Management

Quantity Surveying

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Digital Software Utilization

Education

Degree in relevant field

HNC level qualification

Tools

Cost Management Software

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Our ambition, as Turner & Turner alinea, is to become the undisputed number one Cost Consultant in London. A data-led digital cost consultancy and an authority on the economics of sustainability, combining alinea’s distinctive approach, Turner & Townsend’s leading digital platform and our combined talent.

Supported by our clear vision to disrupt the market by transforming service quality through a strong focus on cost advice, a platform of specialists and a personable approach. This unique environment provides an opportunity for our people to develop their skills as well as their careers, supported by access to a learning and development programme that is second to none.

• A unique joint force that will disrupt real estate cost management in London
• A data and digital led business, with an authority on the economics of sustainability, that will take our service to the next level
• A wide, diverse and exciting portfolio of sectors and clients, which means we will be stronger together
• Market leading practice that is focused on transforming performance and creating great results for our Clients and People, in a fun and exciting environment where people are proud to work
• A strong strategic and cultural fit with an ingrained entrepreneurial spirit
• You can realise your career ambitions faster with London’s cost consultancy of choice

Job Description

Turner & Townsend alinea is hiring an Associate Director to join the MEP Real Estate team to support the growing Sports & Leisure sector. The role involves working on iconic sports and entertainment venues and masterplans, offering exciting development opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and delegate cost consultant team activities: feasibility estimates, cost planning, contract procurement, tender documentation, tender evaluation, value engineering, commercial awareness, fee generation, dispute resolution, and post-contract management.
• Promote a safe and secure environment, championing the company's culture.
• Lead by example to ensure team engagement.
• Drive performance standards through expert communication and effective use of the performance management process.
• Work on diverse projects requiring evaluation and problem-solving, advising subordinates on technical issues.
• Brief the team on project scope to ensure roles and responsibilities are clear.
• Manage and regulate service delivery to achieve excellence.

Qualifications

• A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management/quantity surveying services within the MEP space
• Professionally qualified (RICS or similar)
• Degree or HNC level qualification
• Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time.
• Experience in delivering MEP elements of work for clients
• Knowledge and contacts within the MEP supply chain (tier 1 and below)
• Utilising digital software for delivery of cost management services
• Commercially astute with good negotiation skills

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.